Rodney Sikumba, Minister of Tourism, has been recognised by Safari Club International as the 2026 International Legislator of the Year, a distinction highlighting his role in promoting sustainable-use conservation and wildlife policy on the global stage

The Zambia Police Service has warned the public against false job alerts circulating on social media, clarifying that no recruitment exercise is currently underway; the viral fake announcements have caused a flow of calls and emails

Response to illegal gold mining has come back under public attention following remarks of an Army Commander whose language suggested a hard-line posture, intensifying scrutiny over the role of the military in domestic security operations

Latest poll survey by University of Zambia indicates that if 2026 election were held today, incumbent President Hichilema would secure 60% of the vote, opposition candidates combined 35%; 58% of Zambians believe he has kept the promises he made

After days of national debate and criticism about approval of Bill 7 in Parliament, Presidential aspirant Makebi Zulu said the Constitution Amendment breaches public trust, pledging to pursue a new, inclusive constitution-making process if elected in 2026